Eddie Howe's men are out in Madrid taking advantage of Real's facilities

The pair both played for Tottenham at the same time before going their separate ways - with Bale joining the squad in the gym as he prepares to play his first game in three months against Espanyol owing to injury.

And Smith claimed working in Madrid has been a massive boost to the Cherries, saying: "The facilities are top class here.

"We've been fortunate enough to make use of the gym and pitch and everyone feels a bit fresher after trips like this.